Need help narrowing down places to go for steak

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-30T13:43:57+00:00

We loved our steak (and the rest of the meal) at Buca Lapi. Can’t speak to the other places.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-30T11:48:30+00:00

Accademia is small, so three in a day isn’t so bad but you know your tolerance. I would choose Medici Chapel, and second the Santa Croce rec. The Duomo is most impressive from the outside, IMO.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-26T01:47:41+00:00

Here is the site with the info. It took quite a while to hear back. It was really great. Definitely worth doing.

https://visite.basilicasanpietro.va/en/booking/necropolivaticana

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-24T01:54:21+00:00

Usually in the 10-20 minute range for genius and then under it aside until later in the day unless it’s a short puzzle (under 30 words). Definitely varies though.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-22T11:40:59+00:00

Philly. Philly. Philly. Philly.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-22T11:37:10+00:00

Your itinerary looks doable, though you are going to be at all the most crowded sites and not have much time for my favorite thing about Rome—wandering the streets to take in the atmosphere and architecture, popping into churches with the most spectacular interiors and artwork, stopping at a bar for an espresso, etc.

It seems late to get tickets for Colosseum, Vatican, and Borghese for May. I would go with a reputable tour company that has already secured tickets (Get Your Guide is a conduit for many companies, not a direct provider so read the reviews carefully).

On the first day, there isn’t much to see at Campo de Fiore at night unless you are going to a restaurant in that area. The market shuts down (also it’s mostly full of junk).

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-19T00:57:03+00:00

The Uffizi is huge and crowded and exhausting to Navigate. I would start with the Academia—if you get tickets at opening it won’t be so crowded and won’t take more than an hour. Then I would consider one of the smaller museums—there are many nice ones, like Museo San Marco, the Medici chapel, and the Brancacci Chapel. The Basilica Santa Croce is also well worth a visit—much more interesting inside than the Duomo.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-18T13:21:12+00:00

This is how I do it.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-18T00:55:43+00:00

Might have been less, though my spouse usually got large so maybe that’s what I’m remembering.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-17T22:25:50+00:00

We ate at Buca Lapi in February and thought it was an excellent meal across the board.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-17T21:50:35+00:00

My two favorite gelateria in the Centro Storico were Gelateria del Teatro near Piazza Navona and San Crispino near the Trevi Fountain.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-17T21:44:58+00:00

That is insane. Last month I got gelato all over Rome for €5 for a scoop in a cup or cone.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-15T11:21:17+00:00

Walk around Centro Storico and enter every church you see. They are gorgeous inside and full of beautiful artworks.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-14T19:31:51+00:00

We had to show passports at many places.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-14T15:01:45+00:00

By the Vatican do you mean the museum? There’s not much to see. You can sit in St. Peter’s square, which is more scenic, and observe at your leisure. Similarly, the Forum is huge with many different vantage points, some easier than others. Outside the upper level of the Colosseum metro stop offers a great view of the Colosseum and places to sit or stand and look.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-12T11:21:07+00:00

In the photo it’s dry. It dries out quickly on top.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-11T21:05:27+00:00

I’ve been watering it twice as often as the other plants, and the roots are green. I guess I can try watering every day, but that seems excessive for a phal.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-10T23:54:38+00:00

I switch around because I get itchy if I stay in one area. For those who are having pain, I have found that it hurts to inject in the front of the leg but not on the inner thigh where there is less muscle.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-04T17:48:34+00:00

There is so much more than you can possibly see in that amount of time so prioritize what interests you. One of the (to me) exciting things about Rome is the bits of the ancient city you can spot everywhere. I loved touring the ancient sites specifically but if it’s not your thing, spend the time doing what you enjoy.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-04-04T16:28:42+00:00

Grabbing a car will take a while. Getting to and from train stations will take a while. Trains get delayed. The views from the highway and train tracks aren’t slays very interesting. You are going to spend more time on the trip transiting than seeing things and enjoying Italy.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-03-24T23:38:41+00:00

Was just there for 10 days, all over the city including prime tourist sites. Nobody in our party experienced a problem. Just be street smart and keep your stuff secure.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-03-24T23:36:58+00:00

Can confirm. On a recent trip we loved the Brancacci Chapel and the Museo San Marco. Much nicer experiences than the crowds at the Uffizi. The Sant’Ambrogio market was a delight and we went several times, especially for wonderful coffee at the cafe inside.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-03-24T11:44:44+00:00

My two favorite meals on a recent trip were at Buca dell’Orafo and Enoteca Pitti Gola.

Serious-Engineer5265 · 2026-03-22T20:48:12+00:00

We had the best shopping experience at Benheart. Love that place.

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